Domee Shi

Domee Shi, born on September eighth, nineteen eighty-nine, is a trailblazing Canadian animator, film director, and screenwriter. She has made history at Pixar by becoming the first woman to direct a short film and subsequently the first woman with sole director's credit on a feature film for the studio. Her notable works include the acclaimed short film Bao, released in two thousand eighteen, and the feature films Turning Red in two thousand twenty-two and Elio, set to premiere in two thousand twenty-five.

Shi's journey with Pixar began in two thousand eleven when she joined as a storyboard artist. Her creative contributions have been pivotal in several major films, including Inside Out, The Good Dinosaur, and Toy Story 4. Additionally, she played a significant role as an additional story artist for Incredibles 2, further showcasing her versatility and talent in the animation industry.

Her short film Bao earned her an Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film at the ninety-first Academy Awards, along with nominations for the forty-third Annie Awards, the International Online Cinema Awards, and the Tribeca Film Festival. Shi's remarkable achievements continued with nominations for the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature for both Turning Red and Elio, solidifying her status as a leading figure in animation.